i was looking at the original version yesterday. it's on sale. Now i know why, the new one is being released!! beautiful unit. i will definitely be looking at grabbing one
What I love is the form factor. I’m used to using synths and drum machines that are more or less the same size at the Go, very used to working with relatively small machines. For me this was the unit to get! And I’m fine with the small jog wheels. They’re smooth and precise. Sticking to the Black one though. :-)
I got the Prime Go almost 3 years ago and I am really happy with it. Constant software updates, improving things over time, and the last 4.1 gave us also bluetooth out! Is it perfect? No it's not, but I think many people complaining about it lack of... Mental flexibility? Very few controllers compare to this pocket rocket, and the software support has been honestly great, which, for the use you should expect of this gear, makes it worth it.
I like your style. Yes you could be right people who expect it to be exactly the same as Pioneer are always going to be disappointed but it does have its own strength.
In a serendipitous way I now have to purchase this unit because earlier today I received the recommended stand ( for another purpose )from Amazon whilst I have been researching this unit. Cheers !
yes, the stand, just what I need! I use this at every wedding for ceremonies, think it's too much just for a ceremony? well all my crates for the gig are all backed up on the PrimeGo so if I have a hardware OR! software failure on my main rig I'm covered. Damn Son!
The original Prime Go review is what made me discover and love DDJT! Glad to see a refresh, and the software is still great, although they shouldve pivoted and added a new killer feature to contest the Omnis-Duo in public eye (although music stores in my area are saying still nobody wants to buy those)
Honestly, the original not having slip mode made me return it. I surprisingly use that a lot. Them putting it in for this version is a dealmaker for me.
Great unit, so is it similar to Numark Mixstream Pro + ? I need something like this to play my own music, so I don't need a tone of effects or other stuff just to have the unit for show off (youtube videos on different locations) and simple playback of tracks one after another ... So the question is do I need this or is Numark Mixstream Pro + enough? Thanks :))
Was actually looking t the DjGO again just the other day wondering if I should wait any longer for new product.. This answered that question to a tee. Now I just gotta get the dosh. Looks great!
@@digitaldjtips Isnt it strange though. ALphaTheta have all the marketing muscle and technical prowess the industry can muster, they keep spitting out unit after unit, all with some highly desirable features, yet always somehow fall just a little short ofthe mark at a bit too steep of a price, and Denon just do a couple of small adjusstments to half a decade old product and just create a whole lot more exciting product overall AT a pricetag not out of this world... Heck, they even removed some things here to do that... Though for myself, I dont see much point in the amazon music thing thats their thing, I`d like to see some Traxxsource adaptation, and like I think you said, Serato... maybe its in the works... Oh and Iwoiuld absolutely dig it iif turntables could behooked up as well.. Oh well. Tuff little unit nevertheless.
I just wish they would bring out a new version of the Denon DJMC 4000 , there is a gap in the market for a compact (but professional) controller, the 4000 had it all really. the prime go is amazing, but overkill for some of us who dont really need the battery or the screen which adds weight and cost to it. we could do with the extra space for better jogs and longer pitch faders. a 4000 with some new intuitive stem features, now that would be a treat
There’s always been a lack of decent mid range controllers. There seems to be a jump from basic units all the way up to professional unit so I completely agree with you.
Does this controller provide volume normalization, and if so, how effective is it during live sets? I find it necessary to avoid jarring transitions between tracks with different loudness levels. Any insights on how to handle this?
It’s nice to have the sd card option also usb at the back so soundswitch dongle can be plugged in for lighting output. I owned the P4+ I’m also looking at getting the prime go
What resolution are the pitch faders? I have the Mixstream Pro Go and the pitch faders are fairly rubbish. I would consider upgrading if they’re better quality in the Denon.
Can we get a comparison to the AT Ominus Duo? I had the OG Prime Go, but eventually sold it cause Engine OS at the time was too bare bones compared to Rekordbox.
Tried out the bluetooth out on my prime go . It connects to my mackie thump go with no issue but it wont see either of my minirig 3 speakers have u teied connecting to yr mini rigs via bluetooth from the prime go?
Will it still work if the battery is dead/ run down charge wise. And have it plugged in? I have a Bluetooth speaker that won’t play even if it is plugged in unless the battery has enough charge.
I really like the look of this as a backup controller, but I'm a Serato user and it looks like there's no compatibility on the Prime Go +. How much of a pain in the butt do you think it would it be for me to flit between Engine on this unit and Serato on my main controller?
This is not designed to use Serato primarily, the whole point is about standalone so you’re gonna have the issue if you want to use Serato alongside any standalone. The only software that bridges standalone and controller is rekordbox
Bro I have purchased a Denon 6000 mk1 recently. Would it be possible to do a video on how to integrate Amazon Music, Spotify, Soundcloud, Beatport, music libraries into it via sidify. Or point me in tbe right direction how i can go about it.Thankyou
Thanks for the video introduction to the Prime Go +! Does it have EQ Tone adjustment for the mics? I was told the Prime Go didn't have that and it made me hesitate to buy one plus, the Prime Go was already 4 years old when I started to look at it recently as a back up controller or one I could travel with. I thought maybe a new version would be coming out soon and there it is, you are showing us the DJ Prime Go+ 1st.
@@digitaldjtips The Qualcomm CPU (same as many samsung phones), just does not have the power needed to do Stems. Hence why Serato requires a high end i7 CPU.
@@TheSaabClinicUK They can do none-realtime stems instead, just like Traktor. Those sound better anyway. Just add support for the mp4 stem file format. Would still require these standalone units to have enough power to mix the individual stem tracks though. Alternatively ditch the internal CPU + display and go the iPad direction since modern iPads can do real-time stems in fairly good quality.
The original GO was not cheap and still holds its value pretty well. So the new version won't be a cheap toy either... Personally I found it to small and unusual. The sound quality also was mehhh... Think a FLX4 + Macbook is still a better combo.
i would like to know if it is possible to play video (mp4 files) on this unit as though they were regular audio files (since most of my music is in video format)
Ohhh the battery on my original GO has given up and it is currently with Denon for repair... I wonder if they will replace it with the newer battery instead 😉🙏🏼
It's not the battery that's different - it's the amount of power that the circuitry inside uses. That's how they've managed to get 25% more battery life out of it.
Thx a lot for the review! One question regarding the Bluetooth output: is it possible to connect a Bluetooth headphone in order to do some couch djing and not disturbing the wife ;o) ?
Thinking of using this with some Ibiza Wave 10 speakers at small arrangements on the beach, outside harbour, veranda or whatever occasions where power isn't avaliable. Quick setup
I love my original prime go but the only issue i had with it is playing lossless files like wav and aiff. when i was doing a set playing lossless files the sound starting cutting off. it always happens around after 45-55 min into the set. you could tell the cpu was struggling. i used fast SD cards, fast flash drives and even t7 ssd and it was the same issue. i played the same tracks in 320mp3 and 0 issues. all tracks were bought at beatport. just wondering if they increased the cpu on prime go+?
So the new one gets amazon music and the old can't get it? Besides the color and ethernet port I'm unsure that's the real difference? Makes sense to buy a used one and save your money. Thanks for making great content!
Amazon streaming requires a special security chip or function which the older units just dont have so although it looks similar there will be ever so slight hardware revisions.
@@mistalee Yeah pretty much unless you really like the looks on the new one, I personally prefer the original or you want the additional 25% battery life
@james141111 oh right the battery life. Love my unit as it fits my needs and works without issue. I am happy the update is minor which means our units will also keep it's value
I've asked them ever since they started this line of products to simply add the standard shift + cue to allow that to happen, but they won't, so you have to use the screen, unfortunately.
Some people might say "use your ears" haha if I want to use ears only I will use records to mix. If I mix digitally I want to see waveforms and sound levels.
I'm surprised how many people say this because ultimately, if you leave the gains at about 12 o'clock and then use the master to get the volume nice and loud on the master meter, you won't ever have any problems - and that's coming from using the unit for many, many years. I understand that people like to have that visual feedback, but it's a tiny portable unit. It's not meant to be a full-size DJ controller.
The usb ethernet dongle trick has been around for a while works on the sc lives. Probably e en the Numark. There is another one to adapter to the power of the Sc Live units that is usb and plugs into a usb battery if you wanted to take those mobile though I think the Numark and the Go are much better designed for that. That said it's a good hack to use if your power brick dies.
Loved the original. One thing to beware of, the build is not as robust as it seems. Treat it as a FRAGILE ITEM and don't jostle it qround!! Especially the headphone controls on the front. Unfortunately mine broke along with some internal PCB boards somehow and it was unable to be fixed. Now i have reason to get this new one hehehe.
Oh, and the knobs and pitch faders as well. Not sure if I used it too much, but eventually they became unprecise. Can't even center the bpm on the pitch faders. Seriously not sure if I got a lemon. If you want to get this thing definitely get a strong protective case and cover.
It's a slight shame they didn't partner with Skaa and include a built in transmitter for soundboks etc. That would have been a sweet upgrade that is missing from the omnis duo.
I switch from Pioneer, the top of them to SC6000, 4+, PrimeGo I sold the 4+ last month, it is not my type But SC6000 and PrimeGO is still the best thing rn, GO+, fine, keep it going.
I have had the original Go for years I love it, its great for a last min invite to a mates BBQ or take on holiday etc, I really don't see why they took the network port off, that probably saves them about 10p as the hardware will almost certainly still be capable of it and it probably still has the area on the board just with no connector. My only real annoyance with the Go is the 1 USB port if you have a couple of DJ's who want to use their own sticks you need to use a USB hub, they missed a great opportunity to add 1 or 2 more IMO. Im not a fan of the silver, I think the original looks better :)
Phil says "eethernet" like an American, but Mojaxx says "ehthernet" (or "aethernet," maybe). Is this just a regional UK difference in the pronunciation?
Funny story, I was in London recording the audiobook version of our "Rock the Dancefloor" DJ book last week, and working with the director of that production made me realise how many words I pronounced slightly differently to what might be seen as standard British English. It probably comes from living in Gibraltar - a long, long way from England - for many, many years now, where pronunciation is all over the place.
Engine as it was known from the start was a bit awkward and flawed, but as it has grown to engine DJ as it is known now as one of the best if not the best stabdalone operating systems in the world today. Thats my opinion angway.
This is a big missed opportunity from Denon imo. If they had of made a unit with similar dimensions and and layout with something like the Omnus Duo, with engine Dj it would have been the undisputed king of battery powered controllers and would have had their units flying of the shelves. Made my decision now easy, to buy a mixstream Go as I was holding of for a prime go 2.
One of the unique selling points of this was its size, and the Omnis Duo is notably bigger, so I guess they decided they wanted to keep it exactly as it was.
@digitaldjtips Yes size is nice but a lot of people didn't like the layout of EQ's. I could live fine with the jogs maybe the same unit with a more traditional layout I think it would have been a nicer complimentary unit to the OG Go.
Pretty disappointing coming from an extended use with the Prime Go, to the same thing in "Nostalgic TechNerd Grey". I've never used up my battery doing a marathon 3+ hour set with mine, it's not really what they're made for. Adding 25% more battery and one streaming service is hardly worth spending money on. Did they upgrade the processor in it? No advertising about that, which is a CRITICAL requirement. Not hating on it at all, I love the Prime Go. Just really expected a more significant, modern and polished unit.
The Prime Go "looks" professional. But the Numark Mixstream Pro Go is actually more useful in real world professional environments. The Numark speakers are useful for practice, and monitors for small parties. The Numark also has bigger jog wheels, effects paddles, and most importantly its compatible with Serato.
Black text on grey 🤦♀? Looks like the usability of the old design was better with white on black. Once you know the device of course you'll remember what is where.
spent many many days on the road with the og and often showed up to gigs with Pioneer gear, used this and exceeded the capabilities of the house setup. i definitely don’t need an upgrade but also glad they’re continuing this line
This is disappointing in that it's not much of an improvement. I do see their possible logic though: 1. Not wanting previous users to feel completely left behind and 2. Parts are a regular complaint about Denon gear. The less the hardware changes significantly, the easier it is to maintain stock on parts. I have the original and as an electronic DJ, I'm not bothered about the jogs, even though they're not great. I've carried mine in my backpack across countries and flights over the past couple years.
For somebody like me who is too sensitive on symetric layout mistakes, the pitch next to the fader on the left is nothing I could ever get over it, and I could never buy this unit no matter how good it was or if it was the only on the market... I just could not.
It's the old "mirror image/symmetrical" vs identical decks layout debate - look at the Mixon 8 Pro for an example of a controller that leans the other way (not that it's comparable, but just to see the difference).
@@digitaldjtips Yes, watched recently few videos on that one and actually like it quiet a lot, reloop kept making some good products for the past years, no leader in the market but still great hardware and design.
@@digitaldjtips I mean, for streaming we have some security thanks to pre-buffering. But for Ableton Link with Akai units… ough… anyway, once again, thanks Mr. Phil! 👍
@@digitaldjtipsMaybe a reflection of how little impact the Omnis Duo had made. But I have one and it’s fantastic - as a backup and using when the equipment at a venue is sub par. Plug in my USB and away I go.
no point in upgrading tbh. Amazon music is a bit...meh. I wish they'd have put led levels on each channel, that's my only bugbear. With different volumes on tracks its hard to get levels correct without.
Oh no, definitely not - that's why they just called it a Plus. It's the same controller with a couple of small changes. What they have done, though, is show faith in it and show that it's not going to be out of date anytime soon, which of course is great for all owners of the old one.
@@digitaldjtips To me - not a Serato or Recordbox user, it is confusing. I've tried to find UA-cam videos that explain everything. I have ask digitaldjtips for an Engine DJ course and have been told "it's coming". After a year of nothing and struggling, I sold my Denon Prime Go and stuck with the Denon MC4000.
@@digitaldjtips Not being a Serato or Rekordbox user, I find Engine DJ confusing. I've tried searching UA-cam videos for help as well as asked DigitalDJtips for a course specifically in Engine DJ. After a year of not finding anything helpful or getting a response, I sold my Prime Go. I've stuck with my Denon MC4000 and Virtual DJ.
funny how nobody crying that denon is not listening to the consumer. Where is the innovation - is denon done?? Im being sarcastic because this is the lamest update to a product that if they made a few tweaks could have blown away the competition. They added amazon music which 90% of real DJ's couldnt give a crap about. Just sayin lots of pioneer / alpha crying but why not the same fort this waste of an update from Denon. They didnt address the terrible jog wheels, weird layout, screen angle etc.... Mixstream pro go blows this away minus a few inputs and Denon branded additional FX's.
Again, it wasn't really in need of a fix - if you look at this the other way, this is a product that was way ahead of its time and is still desirable today. DJ gear doesn't need to completely reinvent itself every 18 months, and I don't understand this need for that to happen among hobby DJs. It's just a tool to do the job, which is the real reason we're all doing this, right?
@@digitaldjtipsagree with you. My sarcastic comment was just to show that everyone bashing anything pioneer releases nowadays but not same for denon. This is a great unit but the new one really is the exact same with the latest tech added. Please see XDJ AZ for same thing yet entire denon fan base ripped it. No innovation. Change. Seems the hate is just to hate. I love all gear and have numark. Denon and pioneer gear. Each has its plus and minus.
Yeah but they ain’t trying to pass it off as a Prime Go 2 that’s the difference lol. It’s a Prime Go + which I expect most Denon users would know its just a small update. I’m saying this as someone that is not a Denon fan too. It’s nice to get the Plus refresh in between Prime 4 and Prime 4 + and now the Prime Go and Prime Go + etc. Every Denon fan will know without research that the name of this device doesn’t mean its a new device, I mean did lol. There ain’t a doubt about who is more innovative with their products if it was between Pioneer or Denon. It just depends on if you want to stay with club or an other type of DJ. Check out some of Denons sister company that make Numark you will see the same trend continues with the Mixstream Pro and the Mixstream Pro + Once you hear the word plus it says that its not a new board just a refresh.
@@adamg6849 I've unfortunitly been a customer of inmusic for over 10 years. They are not a great company for updates.. At all... Look at the Akai Mpc line for example. They barely even know what that thing is anymore. Mpc's used to be real sick.. Now.. They just turning it into an Akai Force with the Updates. I hate AlphaTheta/Pioneer for there price and artsy crap, but as far as Layout of the Controller goes... The AlphaTheta Omni Duo wins, but it lacks so much... There's no winning.. Like at first the Prime Go takes a big hit on those jogwheels... They like coffee coasters. Wtf. Then how the EQ are Positions. Terrible. Absolutly terrible. If they keep the layout they are using at l;east make things Semitrical! Even with the positioning of the pitchbend/slider. Terrible... Just make the unit semitrical or use a traditional layout! Switch the LoadingTrack/Browse Knobs/buttons to where the EQ's are! How did they not think of that?! So damn stupid...
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
01:08 Why it's so unique
02:03 Use cases
02:33 What's new
04:01 The downsides
04:48 Stripped-down DJing
05:56 Ethernet?
06:39 Our screen hack..
07:48 Worth buying?
i have the original and love it i dont need the updated version but happy to see Denon continued with this type of device
Yeah, I bet a lot of owners are breathing a sigh of relief that their unit is going to live on for a bit longer - despite being many years old now.
i was looking at the original version yesterday. it's on sale. Now i know why, the new one is being released!! beautiful unit. i will definitely be looking at grabbing one
Best ceremony setup and small function device I've ever owned. Works great as a backup to your main set up as well
Yes, exactly - that seems to be the niche that this fully satisfies.
Absolutely, im thinking same.
I use mine to dj all my gigs including weddings. It is a beast and very easy to transport.
I love my Prime Go. I use it for all my gigs including weddings. Tge best part is how easy it is to transport. I hate lugging a big heavy controller.
What I love is the form factor. I’m used to using synths and drum machines that are more or less the same size at the Go, very used to working with relatively small machines. For me this was the unit to get! And I’m fine with the small jog wheels. They’re smooth and precise. Sticking to the Black one though. :-)
We agree with regards to the jogwheels. People think jogwheels have to be big, but it's not true.
I had assumed they had let the prime go die off in lieu of the mixstream systems. So glad to see its still alive and kicking
Yes, you and a few others, we think.
I got the Prime Go almost 3 years ago and I am really happy with it.
Constant software updates, improving things over time, and the last 4.1 gave us also bluetooth out!
Is it perfect?
No it's not, but I think many people complaining about it lack of... Mental flexibility?
Very few controllers compare to this pocket rocket, and the software support has been honestly great, which, for the use you should expect of this gear, makes it worth it.
I like your style. Yes you could be right people who expect it to be exactly the same as Pioneer are always going to be disappointed but it does have its own strength.
Totally right about that collapsible stand. They also are great for controller+laptop setups.
Yeah, and they take up so little space
Does this have Mic eq accessed via the software menu settings on the screen?
In a serendipitous way I now have to purchase this unit because earlier today I received the recommended stand ( for another purpose )from Amazon whilst I have been researching this unit. Cheers !
Nice timing!
yes, the stand, just what I need! I use this at every wedding for ceremonies, think it's too much just for a ceremony? well all my crates for the gig are all backed up on the PrimeGo so if I have a hardware OR! software failure on my main rig I'm covered. Damn Son!
The G.O.A.T has delivered another Stella review!
Oh, you’re too kind
The original Prime Go review is what made me discover and love DDJT! Glad to see a refresh, and the software is still great, although they shouldve pivoted and added a new killer feature to contest the Omnis-Duo in public eye (although music stores in my area are saying still nobody wants to buy those)
We're not seeing many Omnis Duos "out in the wild" yet, either.
I've been suggesting that same stand to Go users for the last year.
Cool - we agree with you. It's a great solution.
Honestly, the original not having slip mode made me return it. I surprisingly use that a lot. Them putting it in for this version is a dealmaker for me.
Excellent news
Here's a hint for ya. Next time, find out if its got the features you want first, then you wouldn't have to return it. 😏😆
i have that stand for my mixstream pro go. got it off amazon and its extremely light and easy to pack away
Yes, we agree - it's pretty cool.
Can the new battery fit In the original prime go
Not sure what you mean
I mean Im having charging Issues on my Prime Go Battery can I order one of the new Batteries from the Prime Go + to fit In my Prime Go ?
Great unit, so is it similar to Numark Mixstream Pro + ? I need something like this to play my own music, so I don't need a tone of effects or other stuff just to have the unit for show off (youtube videos on different locations) and simple playback of tracks one after another ... So the question is do I need this or is Numark Mixstream Pro + enough? Thanks :))
This is the more professional of the two.
Was actually looking t the DjGO again just the other day wondering if I should wait any longer for new product.. This answered that question to a tee. Now I just gotta get the dosh.
Looks great!
Yes, as I said at the end of the video, we think lots of people will jump on the bandwagon now they know it's still current.
@@digitaldjtips Isnt it strange though. ALphaTheta have all the marketing muscle and technical prowess the industry can muster, they keep spitting out unit after unit, all with some highly desirable features, yet always somehow fall just a little short ofthe mark at a bit too steep of a price, and Denon just do a couple of small adjusstments to half a decade old product and just create a whole lot more exciting product overall AT a pricetag not out of this world...
Heck, they even removed some things here to do that... Though for myself, I dont see much point in the amazon music thing thats their thing, I`d like to see some Traxxsource adaptation, and like I think you said, Serato... maybe its in the works... Oh and Iwoiuld absolutely dig it iif turntables could behooked up as well.. Oh well. Tuff little unit nevertheless.
Thanks for another great review. Appreciated Phil 🎉
No problem 👍
Is there a way to access Amazon music offline on this or other Engine DJ controllers?
no
Solid review
We're here to help.
Is it possible to tag/save songs like on the Pioneer on this item?
I just wish they would bring out a new version of the Denon DJMC 4000 , there is a gap in the market for a compact (but professional) controller, the 4000 had it all really. the prime go is amazing, but overkill for some of us who dont really need the battery or the screen which adds weight and cost to it. we could do with the extra space for better jogs and longer pitch faders. a 4000 with some new intuitive stem features, now that would be a treat
There’s always been a lack of decent mid range controllers. There seems to be a jump from basic units all the way up to professional unit so I completely agree with you.
@@digitaldjtips This controller works brilliantly with VDJ.
look at the Roland 707m
Great video thank you. Does it support DJay pro software?
Not that I know of
How does it work on denon to prepare playlist etc is there a rekordbox equivalent ? Is it compatible with rekordbox drives?
Can you drop the link to laptop stand?
No idea sorry, bought it years ago
I was just saying that Denon should make a Prine GO Plus! Just give me stems and I’ll buy it! 🤩
I just picked one up for travel. I LOVE my Prime 4+ but not practical to check in the airport with!
Good choice! It's a great travel option.
Which one is better: Numark mixstream pro go or Denon dj prime go+ ?
This is definitely the more professional of the two, but you may prefer the layout and the bigger jogwheels of the Numark - up to you, really.
@@digitaldjtips can the internal battery be replaced, I never anything about that?
Here we go! The start. Did you know this was coming phill?
OFC he did lol hes probably had that for at least a week or two
Prime Go gives me MC3000 vibes. Love it
Good point - it does look a bit similar.
Does this controller provide volume normalization, and if so, how effective is it during live sets? I find it necessary to avoid jarring transitions between tracks with different loudness levels. Any insights on how to handle this?
Platinum Notes.
Great piece of software. 🎶👏
It’s nice to have the sd card option also usb at the back so soundswitch dongle can be plugged in for lighting output. I owned the P4+ I’m also looking at getting the prime go
Good point, Ritha Dungo.
Is there a split cue option?
Yes, it's in the settings.
@@digitaldjtipsThanks. So when I want to switch often I need to change settings each time? Or can I map it to a button?
@@escay You can't map any buttons, but the quick menu is just a quick swipe down, there is Split Cue
@@BlueHawk80ah good 👍 very useful for mixing without any monitors.
What resolution are the pitch faders? I have the Mixstream Pro Go and the pitch faders are fairly rubbish. I would consider upgrading if they’re better quality in the Denon.
They are better than the Mixstream Pro Go.
Wish there's a small speaker inbuilt
You can use any Bluetooth speaker with the Go+
Can we get a comparison to the AT Ominus Duo? I had the OG Prime Go, but eventually sold it cause Engine OS at the time was too bare bones compared to Rekordbox.
Tried out the bluetooth out on my prime go . It connects to my mackie thump go with no issue but it wont see either of my minirig 3 speakers have u teied connecting to yr mini rigs via bluetooth from the prime go?
no idea, sorry
Will it still work if the battery is dead/ run down charge wise. And have it plugged in? I have a Bluetooth speaker that won’t play even if it is plugged in unless the battery has enough charge.
Yes, if you plug the power in, it will still work if the battery is dead.
Did they add an EQ for the mic inputs? Dealbreaker again if not unfortunately. So many people asking for this so surely they haven't ignored everyone?
This is my favorite UA-cam channel. You're the best at what you do, Phill. ❤️
You’re very kind, thank you
adam d3v review plz
Thanks for the idea.
@@digitaldjtips your welcome please make a video
I really like the look of this as a backup controller, but I'm a Serato user and it looks like there's no compatibility on the Prime Go +. How much of a pain in the butt do you think it would it be for me to flit between Engine on this unit and Serato on my main controller?
This is not designed to use Serato primarily, the whole point is about standalone so you’re gonna have the issue if you want to use Serato alongside any standalone. The only software that bridges standalone and controller is rekordbox
@@digitaldjtips thanks, I will think carefully before parting with my cash..
Bro I have purchased a Denon 6000 mk1 recently. Would it be possible to do a video on how to integrate Amazon Music, Spotify, Soundcloud, Beatport, music libraries into it via sidify. Or point me in tbe right direction how i can go about it.Thankyou
Thanks for the video introduction to the Prime Go +! Does it have EQ Tone adjustment for the mics? I was told the Prime Go didn't have that and it made me hesitate to buy one plus, the Prime Go was already 4 years old when I started to look at it recently as a back up controller or one I could travel with. I thought maybe a new version would be coming out soon and there it is, you are showing us the DJ Prime Go+ 1st.
It’s unfortunate there is no stem support for the Prime Go+. Stems are actually useful on a two channel and it would fit in line with the prime 4+
Prime 4+ doesn't have stems either, only in a very early beta which they later dropped.
@@digitaldjtips ah. Hopefully when it’s out of beta it will come to the prime go+
@@digitaldjtips The Qualcomm CPU (same as many samsung phones), just does not have the power needed to do Stems. Hence why Serato requires a high end i7 CPU.
@@TheSaabClinicUK They can do none-realtime stems instead, just like Traktor. Those sound better anyway. Just add support for the mp4 stem file format. Would still require these standalone units to have enough power to mix the individual stem tracks though. Alternatively ditch the internal CPU + display and go the iPad direction since modern iPads can do real-time stems in fairly good quality.
I didn't hear the price...
Current price plus a couple hundred of whatever currency.
The original GO was not cheap and still holds its value pretty well. So the new version won't be a cheap toy either...
Personally I found it to small and unusual. The sound quality also was mehhh... Think a FLX4 + Macbook is still a better combo.
Will the realease a new one with mic EQ in 2025?
Doubt it Christine
i would like to know if it is possible to play video (mp4 files) on this unit as though they were regular audio files (since most of my music is in video format)
I'm not sure, but I wouldn't bet on it.
Yes, my collection is all video and they play as audio on the Prime Go with absolutely no issues.
Can u doo backspins on it?
Same thing i want to know
Yes, it has touch-sensitive jogwheels like most controllers nowadays.
Ohhh the battery on my original GO has given up and it is currently with Denon for repair... I wonder if they will replace it with the newer battery instead 😉🙏🏼
It's not the battery that's different - it's the amount of power that the circuitry inside uses. That's how they've managed to get 25% more battery life out of it.
@@digitaldjtips ohhh that's interesting thanks.
You should do a comparison between numark mixstream pro + and this... I do love my prime 2, and am a Numark fan also
Mixstream Pro is for the hobby audience - this is for the pro audience.
Thx a lot for the review! One question regarding the Bluetooth output: is it possible to connect a Bluetooth headphone in order to do some couch djing and not disturbing the wife ;o) ?
No, it isn't I'm afraid.
@@digitaldjtips Yes it is. My Sony WH-1000XM4 work perfectly with the Go+ albeit with a slight delay
Thinking of using this with some Ibiza Wave 10 speakers at small arrangements on the beach, outside harbour, veranda or whatever occasions where power isn't avaliable. Quick setup
Yes, that’s the kind of gig where it shines
I love my original prime go but the only issue i had with it is playing lossless files like wav and aiff. when i was doing a set playing lossless files the sound starting cutting off. it always happens around after 45-55 min into the set. you could tell the cpu was struggling. i used fast SD cards, fast flash drives and even t7 ssd and it was the same issue. i played the same tracks in 320mp3 and 0 issues. all tracks were bought at beatport. just wondering if they increased the cpu on prime go+?
I play wavs 99.9% if the time with a SD card and never had this issue bro. Might want to contact Denon or your retailer to get it fixed.
It has got slightly improved internals, so hopefully there will be an improvement there
So the new one gets amazon music and the old can't get it? Besides the color and ethernet port I'm unsure that's the real difference?
Makes sense to buy a used one and save your money.
Thanks for making great content!
Amazon streaming requires a special security chip or function which the older units just dont have so although it looks similar there will be ever so slight hardware revisions.
@james141111 thanks for the explanation. So if you don't use Amazon you don't really need to upgrade.
@@mistalee Yeah pretty much unless you really like the looks on the new one, I personally prefer the original or you want the additional 25% battery life
@james141111 oh right the battery life. Love my unit as it fits my needs and works without issue. I am happy the update is minor which means our units will also keep it's value
Nice, but ill stick to my sc4 live and portable power supply 😊
Anyone know how to skip all the way to the start of a track without a cue point set on the prime go?
I've asked them ever since they started this line of products to simply add the standard shift + cue to allow that to happen, but they won't, so you have to use the screen, unfortunately.
I wish I was able to see how loud the track is.
Some people might say "use your ears" haha if I want to use ears only I will use records to mix. If I mix digitally I want to see waveforms and sound levels.
I'm surprised how many people say this because ultimately, if you leave the gains at about 12 o'clock and then use the master to get the volume nice and loud on the master meter, you won't ever have any problems - and that's coming from using the unit for many, many years. I understand that people like to have that visual feedback, but it's a tiny portable unit. It's not meant to be a full-size DJ controller.
They need to add mic to headphones setting
The usb ethernet dongle trick has been around for a while works on the sc lives. Probably e en the Numark. There is another one to adapter to the power of the Sc Live units that is usb and plugs into a usb battery if you wanted to take those mobile though I think the Numark and the Go are much better designed for that. That said it's a good hack to use if your power brick dies.
I didn’t know that thanks for sharing Phil
Loved the original. One thing to beware of, the build is not as robust as it seems. Treat it as a FRAGILE ITEM and don't jostle it qround!! Especially the headphone controls on the front. Unfortunately mine broke along with some internal PCB boards somehow and it was unable to be fixed. Now i have reason to get this new one hehehe.
Oh, and the knobs and pitch faders as well. Not sure if I used it too much, but eventually they became unprecise. Can't even center the bpm on the pitch faders. Seriously not sure if I got a lemon. If you want to get this thing definitely get a strong protective case and cover.
Sorry to hear that
It's a slight shame they didn't partner with Skaa and include a built in transmitter for soundboks etc. That would have been a sweet upgrade that is missing from the omnis duo.
Yeah, that would be cool
I switch from Pioneer, the top of them to SC6000, 4+, PrimeGo
I sold the 4+ last month, it is not my type
But SC6000 and PrimeGO is still the best thing rn,
GO+, fine, keep it going.
I have had the original Go for years I love it, its great for a last min invite to a mates BBQ or take on holiday etc, I really don't see why they took the network port off, that probably saves them about 10p as the hardware will almost certainly still be capable of it and it probably still has the area on the board just with no connector. My only real annoyance with the Go is the 1 USB port if you have a couple of DJ's who want to use their own sticks you need to use a USB hub, they missed a great opportunity to add 1 or 2 more IMO. Im not a fan of the silver, I think the original looks better :)
I guess you could have your music on the SD and leave the USB for other DJs.
@@digitaldjtips Yeah true but you get more bang for your buck with USB drives/SSD's and they are faster with larger librarys
The cue and play are slightly off putting! I’ve been instituted to Pioneer lol! However, nice looking bit of kit
There’s a lot to get used to here apart from that, but you do
Phil says "eethernet" like an American, but Mojaxx says "ehthernet" (or "aethernet," maybe). Is this just a regional UK difference in the pronunciation?
Funny story, I was in London recording the audiobook version of our "Rock the Dancefloor" DJ book last week, and working with the director of that production made me realise how many words I pronounced slightly differently to what might be seen as standard British English. It probably comes from living in Gibraltar - a long, long way from England - for many, many years now, where pronunciation is all over the place.
Engine as it was known from the start was a bit awkward and flawed, but as it has grown to engine DJ as it is known now as one of the best if not the best stabdalone operating systems in the world today. Thats my opinion angway.
Yes, it has certainly improved an awful lot since they first launched it and they continuing to improve it quite quickly
Nice skins 👌🏽
What’s the over under on motherboard failures on this generation of Denon Hardware I wonder
This is a big missed opportunity from Denon imo. If they had of made a unit with similar dimensions and and layout with something like the Omnus Duo, with engine Dj it would have been the undisputed king of battery powered controllers and would have had their units flying of the shelves. Made my decision now easy, to buy a mixstream Go as I was holding of for a prime go 2.
One of the unique selling points of this was its size, and the Omnis Duo is notably bigger, so I guess they decided they wanted to keep it exactly as it was.
@digitaldjtips Yes size is nice but a lot of people didn't like the layout of EQ's. I could live fine with the jogs maybe the same unit with a more traditional layout I think it would have been a nicer complimentary unit to the OG Go.
It's in my basket. Trying resist hitting Checkout!.......
You know you won't be able to think about anything else until you take it out of your basket or buy it.
How much$$$?
1k.
Little jogwheels lawd
But the real question - Does it have motorized platters? Lol.
Bit of a red herring, that question, isn't it?
@@digitaldjtips -- Just pulling your leg, sir...
Looks like a great unit but not really worth it if you have the OG (which I do).
Oh no, definitely not - there's very little change.
Pretty disappointing coming from an extended use with the Prime Go, to the same thing in "Nostalgic TechNerd Grey". I've never used up my battery doing a marathon 3+ hour set with mine, it's not really what they're made for. Adding 25% more battery and one streaming service is hardly worth spending money on. Did they upgrade the processor in it? No advertising about that, which is a CRITICAL requirement.
Not hating on it at all, I love the Prime Go. Just really expected a more significant, modern and polished unit.
That's why they've called it the Prime Go+ and not the Prime Go 2.
The Prime Go "looks" professional. But the Numark Mixstream Pro Go is actually more useful in real world professional environments. The Numark speakers are useful for practice, and monitors for small parties. The Numark also has bigger jog wheels, effects paddles, and most importantly its compatible with Serato.
Good points, but I still prefer the professional inputs, outputs and build of the prime go for true pro use
Black text on grey 🤦♀? Looks like the usability of the old design was better with white on black. Once you know the device of course you'll remember what is where.
Fair point, but as you say, it's pretty simple to understand the unit.
spent many many days on the road with the og and often showed up to gigs with Pioneer gear, used this and exceeded the capabilities of the house setup. i definitely don’t need an upgrade but also glad they’re continuing this line
Yes, while it might not be worth upgrading existing owners will be pleased to see that the line continues
This is disappointing in that it's not much of an improvement. I do see their possible logic though: 1. Not wanting previous users to feel completely left behind and 2. Parts are a regular complaint about Denon gear. The less the hardware changes significantly, the easier it is to maintain stock on parts.
I have the original and as an electronic DJ, I'm not bothered about the jogs, even though they're not great. I've carried mine in my backpack across countries and flights over the past couple years.
I do think that sometimes features are expected when none is really necessary
For somebody like me who is too sensitive on symetric layout mistakes, the pitch next to the fader on the left is nothing I could ever get over it, and I could never buy this unit no matter how good it was or if it was the only on the market... I just could not.
It's the old "mirror image/symmetrical" vs identical decks layout debate - look at the Mixon 8 Pro for an example of a controller that leans the other way (not that it's comparable, but just to see the difference).
@@digitaldjtips Yes, watched recently few videos on that one and actually like it quiet a lot, reloop kept making some good products for the past years, no leader in the market but still great hardware and design.
removed port was so unnecessary…. sighs
Yeah, we miss it
@@digitaldjtips I mean, for streaming we have some security thanks to pre-buffering. But for Ableton Link with Akai units… ough… anyway, once again, thanks Mr. Phil! 👍
To me the idea is great but the layout is a disaster. if they will fix it and do the layout close to the normal dj setup ill get one hands down
That would make it bigger, and that’s part of its charm, you get used to it
“it’s still unique…” ?????!!? What is the Omnis Duo then?
Actually, a good point, but the fact that I'd temporarily forgotten about that shows what a copy of the Prime Go that one really was.
@@digitaldjtipsMaybe a reflection of how little impact the Omnis Duo had made. But I have one and it’s fantastic - as a backup and using when the equipment at a venue is sub par. Plug in my USB and away I go.
$1000 USD
no point in upgrading tbh. Amazon music is a bit...meh. I wish they'd have put led levels on each channel, that's my only bugbear. With different volumes on tracks its hard to get levels correct without.
Pretty sure you can opt for channel levels in the software, although not checked.
@@digitaldjtips you can, it came with one 3.x update
Those meters are still too small. 7 segments is what I regard as minimum for proper leveling
It's not worth the upgrade from the Prime Go.
Oh no, definitely not - that's why they just called it a Plus. It's the same controller with a couple of small changes. What they have done, though, is show faith in it and show that it's not going to be out of date anytime soon, which of course is great for all owners of the old one.
Five years on and they couldn't put channel volume meters.... even in software.... again 😬
100% its the only thing missing!!!
This can control lighting and the new fake Pioneer controlller can't. I'm sorry that's embarrassing 😳
Controlling lighting is hardly a core feature of DJ controllers
No tilt screen ughhh… pass!
I really don’t like the color scheme… looks like 90s HiFi Equipment
We quite like it, but fashion's changed. Will we still like it in a few years? Who knows?
I do NOT like Engine DJ
Care to share why not?
@@digitaldjtips To me - not a Serato or Recordbox user, it is confusing. I've tried to find UA-cam videos that explain everything. I have ask digitaldjtips for an Engine DJ course and have been told "it's coming". After a year of nothing and struggling, I sold my Denon Prime Go and stuck with the Denon MC4000.
@@digitaldjtips Not being a Serato or Rekordbox user, I find Engine DJ confusing. I've tried searching UA-cam videos for help as well as asked DigitalDJtips for a course specifically in Engine DJ. After a year of not finding anything helpful or getting a response, I sold my Prime Go. I've stuck with my Denon MC4000 and Virtual DJ.
The color scheme is ugly
Gun metal silver/grey seems neutral
funny how nobody crying that denon is not listening to the consumer. Where is the innovation - is denon done?? Im being sarcastic because this is the lamest update to a product that if they made a few tweaks could have blown away the competition. They added amazon music which 90% of real DJ's couldnt give a crap about. Just sayin lots of pioneer / alpha crying but why not the same fort this waste of an update from Denon. They didnt address the terrible jog wheels, weird layout, screen angle etc.... Mixstream pro go blows this away minus a few inputs and Denon branded additional FX's.
Again, it wasn't really in need of a fix - if you look at this the other way, this is a product that was way ahead of its time and is still desirable today. DJ gear doesn't need to completely reinvent itself every 18 months, and I don't understand this need for that to happen among hobby DJs. It's just a tool to do the job, which is the real reason we're all doing this, right?
@@digitaldjtipsagree with you. My sarcastic comment was just to show that everyone bashing anything pioneer releases nowadays but not same for denon. This is a great unit but the new one really is the exact same with the latest tech added. Please see XDJ AZ for same thing yet entire denon fan base ripped it. No innovation. Change. Seems the hate is just to hate. I love all gear and have numark. Denon and pioneer gear. Each has its plus and minus.
Yeah but they ain’t trying to pass it off as a Prime Go 2 that’s the difference lol.
It’s a Prime Go + which I expect most Denon users would know its just a small update. I’m saying this as someone that is not a Denon fan too. It’s nice to get the Plus refresh in between Prime 4 and Prime 4 + and now the Prime Go and Prime Go + etc.
Every Denon fan will know without research that the name of this device doesn’t mean its a new device, I mean did lol. There ain’t a doubt about who is more innovative with their products if it was between Pioneer or Denon. It just depends on if you want to stay with club or an other type of DJ.
Check out some of Denons sister company that make Numark you will see the same trend continues with the Mixstream Pro and the Mixstream Pro +
Once you hear the word plus it says that its not a new board just a refresh.
One thing I'd like to see is upgraded build quality. Just make it a tank if the selling point is portability.
@@adamg6849 I've unfortunitly been a customer of inmusic for over 10 years. They are not a great company for updates.. At all... Look at the Akai Mpc line for example. They barely even know what that thing is anymore. Mpc's used to be real sick.. Now.. They just turning it into an Akai Force with the Updates. I hate AlphaTheta/Pioneer for there price and artsy crap, but as far as Layout of the Controller goes... The AlphaTheta Omni Duo wins, but it lacks so much... There's no winning.. Like at first the Prime Go takes a big hit on those jogwheels... They like coffee coasters. Wtf. Then how the EQ are Positions. Terrible. Absolutly terrible. If they keep the layout they are using at l;east make things Semitrical! Even with the positioning of the pitchbend/slider. Terrible... Just make the unit semitrical or use a traditional layout! Switch the LoadingTrack/Browse Knobs/buttons to where the EQ's are! How did they not think of that?! So damn stupid...
doesn't seem like they changed much.. and ya more gear need the screens to pop up or come at an angle..